C10 Fire Engineers & Accredited Certifiers
Expert fire protection engineering and building certification services underpinned by C10 licensing, A1 and A2 accreditation, and deep technical knowledge of the Building Code of Australia, Australian Standards, and NSW regulatory framework.
Licensed, Accredited & Qualified
Understanding the distinction between C10 fire protection licensing and A1/A2 building surveyor accreditation is critical to ensuring your building receives the correct level of expertise at every stage of its lifecycle.
C10 Fire Protection
Licensed Contractor — NSW Fair Trading
A C10 licence authorises the holder to carry out fire protection work including the design, installation, commissioning, maintenance, and certification of fire protection systems. Verex holds the C10 licence and deploys qualified fire engineers who understand the full spectrum of active and passive fire protection under the Building Code of Australia and relevant Australian Standards.
Capabilities
- Design and specification of fire detection, alarm, and suppression systems in accordance with AS 1670.1, AS 1670.4, AS 2118, and AS 1668.1
- Installation and commissioning of fire sprinkler, hydrant, hose reel, and gaseous suppression systems
- Fire engineered and deemed-to-satisfy (DtS) alternative solution assessments under BCA/NCC Volume One
- Performance-based fire engineering reports (PBFE) for complex, non-standard, or heritage buildings
- Fire safety system design review and compliance verification for development applications (DA) and construction certificates (CC)
- Commissioning witness testing and integrated systems testing (IST) coordination
- Fire engineering peer review and third-party design audit services
A1 Accredited Certifier
Building Surveyor — All Building Classes
An A1 Accredited Certifier is authorised to issue complying development certificates, construction certificates, compliance certificates, and occupation certificates for all classes of buildings under the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act 1979. Our A1 certifiers bring extensive fire safety knowledge to the certification process, ensuring fire safety schedules are accurate, comprehensive, and aligned with the building's actual installed fire protection systems.
Capabilities
- Preparation and issuance of fire safety schedules for new buildings, change-of-use applications, and major refurbishments
- Review of fire engineering reports and alternative solution proposals for consistency with BCA/NCC performance requirements
- Issuance of construction certificates (CC) with fire safety conditions and critical stage inspection schedules
- Final inspection and issuance of occupation certificates (OC) with verification of all fire safety installations
- Assessment of essential fire safety measures against the building's approved plans and BCA/NCC classifications
- Compliance certificates for fire safety upgrade works and fire safety order rectifications
- Determination of building classifications (Class 2–9) and applicable fire safety provisions under BCA Volume One
A2 Accredited Certifier
Building Surveyor — Class 1 & 10 Buildings
An A2 Accredited Certifier is authorised to certify Class 1 (houses, townhouses) and Class 10 (non-habitable structures such as sheds, carports, and swimming pools) buildings. While these building classes have fewer mandatory fire safety measures, our A2 certifiers ensure that smoke alarm requirements under BCA Volume Two, bushfire protection measures under AS 3959, and any additional council conditions are fully addressed.
Capabilities
- Fire safety schedule preparation for Class 1 and Class 10 buildings where applicable
- Smoke alarm compliance verification under BCA Volume Two and AS 3786
- Bushfire Attack Level (BAL) assessment coordination and AS 3959 construction compliance verification
- Assessment of fire separation requirements between Class 1 buildings and boundaries
- Verification of non-combustible cladding requirements and compliance with recent legislative amendments
- Compliance certificates for residential fire safety upgrade works
- Coordination with Fire & Rescue NSW on bushfire-prone land development requirements
Expert Schedule Preparation
A fire safety schedule is the foundational document that defines every essential fire safety measure in your building and the standard to which each must perform. Our C10 engineers and A1/A2 certifiers prepare schedules that are accurate, comprehensive, and fully aligned with BCA/NCC requirements.
Building Classification & BCA Analysis
We determine the correct building classification under BCA/NCC and identify all applicable deemed-to-satisfy (DtS) fire safety provisions. For buildings using alternative solutions, we review the fire engineering report to establish the performance requirements baseline.
As-Built Documentation Review
We review all available documentation including development consent conditions, construction certificate fire safety conditions, as-built drawings, commissioning certificates, and any existing fire safety schedules to establish a comprehensive picture of the building's fire safety systems.
Physical Site Survey & Verification
Our C10-licensed technicians and A1/A2 certifiers conduct a detailed on-site survey to verify the type, location, extent, and condition of all installed fire safety measures. Every system is cross-referenced against approved plans and BCA requirements.
Essential Measures Identification
We compile a definitive register of all essential fire safety measures present in the building, including active systems (detection, suppression, warning), passive systems (fire-rated construction, doors, penetration seals), and ancillary measures (signage, egress paths, emergency lighting).
Performance Standards Determination
For each identified essential fire safety measure, we determine the applicable minimum standard of performance. This references the specific Australian Standard, BCA clause, or fire engineering performance criterion that the measure must satisfy.
Fire Safety Schedule Issuance
The completed fire safety schedule is issued as a formal instrument listing every essential fire safety measure, its required standard of performance, and the frequency of critical assessment. This document becomes the basis for all future AFSS inspections and council lodgements.
When You Need a Fire Safety Schedule
A fire safety schedule is required whenever a building obtains a construction certificate, complying development certificate, or occupation certificate that includes essential fire safety measures. It is also required when a Fire Safety Order is issued by council or Fire & Rescue NSW.
Many existing buildings have incomplete, inaccurate, or missing fire safety schedules — a situation that creates significant compliance risk and can invalidate your Annual Fire Safety Statement. Our team can audit, update, or create fire safety schedules from scratch.
Common Triggers
New Construction
Construction certificate or CDC issued for a new Class 2–9 building requiring fire safety measures.
Change of Building Use
Reclassification of building use (e.g., warehouse to office) triggering new BCA fire safety requirements.
Major Renovation or Fitout
Significant alterations that affect fire compartmentation, egress, or installed fire protection systems.
Fire Safety Order Compliance
Council or Fire & Rescue NSW issues an order requiring the building to establish or update its fire safety schedule.
Missing or Inaccurate Schedule
Existing schedule does not reflect the actual installed fire safety systems, creating AFSS compliance risk.
Need a C10 Fire Engineer or Accredited Certifier?
Whether you need a fire safety schedule prepared, a performance-based fire engineering report, or certification for a complex development — our licensed and accredited team is ready to assist.